Parricide Podcast

Tylar Witt and her boyfriend, Steven Colver, murder Tylar's mother, Joanne, and promptly take off for a romantic suicide tour of San Francisco. Quickly captured, Tylar strikes a deal with the District Attorney to testify against Steven. The only trouble is she lies so much, she can't keep the exact story straight while testifying.  This episode opens with Steven's testimony regarding Joanne's murd...

After finding her 14-year-old daughter naked in the (purportedly gay) boarder's secret sex room, Joanne Witt had some tough decisions to make. How do you keep your daughter safe from a predator within your own house? Easy. You throw him out. What she did not count on was the other predator - her daughter, Tylar Witt. 

Love is rarely straightforward, but it is rarely so twisted that it ends in matricide. Tylar Witt and her "very cool" friend, Boston, were close - almost like siblings. Well, if siblings did drugs in a secret sex room together. Tylar was only 14 years old, and Boston was 19 so her mother, Joanne, was understandably upset when she discovered their secret. Join us for part one of this tragic story,...

Start with part one to hear the details about the patricide of Paul Witte, now hear about the second act when her second son is pressured to commit murder. Parent predators are the worst sort. 

(patricide) Paul Witte was shot by his oldest son, Eric. The whole family said it was an accident, and the police believed this...until Grandma went missing. This story proves the old adage, if Mama ain't happy ain't nobody happy. 

Ten-year-old Benjamin Hilburn called 911; begging them to send a doctor as quickly as possible. He had just shot his dad in the head, but Ben didn't want him to die. Listen and learn about our youngest parricide offenders. 

Holidays can be murder! Join us for an episode that will make you very thankful for your own crazy family, we know we are grateful for ours! 

Peter Zimmer (aka Jovan Collier ) was either the cleverest, or the luckiest, 14-year-old murderer who ever lived. We know you loved Part 1, so please join us for somehow even more ugly surprises!    For your convenience, here is a transcript of Peter Zimmer Pt. 2 . You can use it to follow along - or just read at your convenience.  You can find pictures from this episode at the Parricide Preventio...

Warning: Part 1 of this episode contains a whirlwind of ugly surprises. Listen carefully to this story of the Zimmer family murderer. If you let your attention drift for even one minute, you'll be lost. Why? Because Peter Zimmer creates chaos everywhere he goes!   For your convenience, here is a transcript of Peter Zimmer Part 1 . You can use it to follow along - or just read at your convenience. ...

In this episode, we talk about how ten-year-old children can change the world - not always for the better. Andrew Churchwell killed his dad because Buster pooped in the house. How does that work? If you were an Anarchist , you would already know.   For your convenience, here is a transcript of Andrew Churchwell . You can use it to follow along - or just read at your convenience.  You can find pict...

Scott Moody is alleged to be a Youthful Family Annihilator, but it is kind of weird that the police closed the case before they did any investigating. In Part 3, we cover motives suggested by the Sheriff's Department, Stacey's recovery, how Jon Stout manipulated Stacey, and what has happened since the shootings.  For your convenience, here is a transcript of Scott Moody Part 3 . You can use it to...

Scott Moody is alleged to be a Youthful Family Annihilator. In this episode, we will take you through the history of his family and present the murder theory based on a more developed body of evidence. Join us as we delve into the facts of this case!  For your convenience, here is a transcript of Scott Moody Part 2 . You can use it to follow along - or just read at your convenience.  You can find...

 *If you know a lot about this case, please remember that Part 1 is the murder as per the media. Part 2 is the deep dive into what the evidence says about the murder. Part 3 is Stacy Moody's story.*  Scott Moody is alleged to be a Youthful Family Annihilator. When the police find his mother, grandparents, girlfriend, and friend murdered on the morning of his high school graduation they immediately...

When Billy Gilley killed his family, he let his sister Jody live.  Hear Jody's own words about not just living, but building a life in the wake of a family annihilator.  You can find pictures from this episode at the Parricide Prevention Institute .

Come listen to Part 2 of this episode, where we will describe the murders and tell you how Gin Rummy, integrity, good decision-making, and new allies help one member of this family survive.    For your convenience, here is a transcript of Billy Gilley Part 2 . You can use it to follow along - or just read at your convenience.  You can find pictures from this episode at the Parricide Prevention Ins...

This is a case of murder, and of survival. Billy Gilley is a youthful family annihilator who murders his entire family, with the exception of the one sister who will never give him what he really wants.  Join us as we discuss the murders of Bill, Linda, and Becky Gilley; as well as the path to survival taken by Jody - the sister who lived through it all. For your convenience, here is a transcript...

Join us for a short bonus episode about an 1861 parricide! Enjoy! 

When Jenna Smythe got entangled in human trafficking activities, her mother did what she had to do. She got an apartment near where Jenna was living and worked on bringing her home. Then Jenna started developing an asset of her own - Zoie. Jenna's Mom decided to pull Zoie out of that same human trafficking situation and send her home. Join us as we discuss the heartbreaks that entail and the dange...

On September 10, 2003, Marilyn Kananen left work and no one ever. saw her. again. Well, not until the following December when her body was found buried in her daughter, Stacey Kananen 's back yard - under the rock garden.  Marilyn's missing husband's body was found on the same day - buried under the garage of his dead wife's home. How did they ever find them? Join us for part 2 of this unbelievabl...

On September 10, 2003, Marilyn Kananen left work and no one ever. saw her. again. Well, not until the following December when her body was found buried in her daughter's back yard - under the rock garden.  Marilyn's missing husband's body was found on the same day - buried under the garage of his dead wife's home. How did they ever find them? Join us for this unbelievable story!  For your convenie...

Derek's mom was taking him to see Men In Tights for their first visitation since she'd filed for divorce. She was worried about his well-being. Derek was worried about getting away after he killed her. Please join us to hear about what happens when Derek Clouse is recruited to kill his own mother. No men in that house!   For your convenience, here is a transcript of Derek Clouse . You can use it t...

Amber Bray wanted her mother and younger sister dead - and she knew just how to get the job done without getting her hands dirty.  With the combination of love letters and lies, Amber convinced her new boyfriend Jeffrey to take care of her problem.  Join us for Part 2, and learn what happens after the murder.  For your convenience, here is a transcript of Amber Bray Part 2 . You can use it to foll...

Amber Bray wanted her mother and younger sister dead - and she knew just how to get the job done without getting her hands dirty.  With the combination of love letters and lies, Amber convinced her new boyfriend Jeffrey to take care of her problem.    For your convenience, here is a transcript of Amber Merrie Bray Part 1 . You can use it to follow along - or just read at your convenience.  You can...

Lonnie Dutton told his boys that if anyone messed with Sissy, it was their duty to kill them. Then...he messed with Sissy. Join us for part two, as we discuss the outcome of their legal case.  BONUS: Gain some insights from our research into the Five Fatal Personality Types of youthful parricide offenders!    For your convenience, here is a transcript of Herman & Druie Dutton Part 2 . You can use...

He terrorized the town and his family, but he was clear on one rule: "Don't let anybody mess with Sissy. If anyone ever messes with Sissy, shoot them behind the ear or in the heart. You kill 'em!" This would be Lonnie Dutton's downfall.    For your convenience, here is a transcript of Herman & Druie Dutton Part 1 . You can use it to follow along - or just read at your convenience.  You can find pi...